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Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Job No: GC339

Location: Darlinghurst

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 7 Feb 2017 ACDT

At Garvan our research is focused upon understanding the role of genes and molecular and cellular processes in health and disease as the basis for developing future preventions, treatments and cures. Our scientists are researchers who work towards making significant breakthroughs in scientific discovery to positively impact human health.

Our people are no different. Like our Scientists, we only recruit the best talent in areas of Information Technology, Legal and Commercial Partnerships, Finance and Human Resources. Our support teams are experts in their fields and are driven by the dynamic culture, Innovation and cutting edge research that the Garvan offers. At Garvan no two days are the same.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced and commercially astute Chief Technology Officer to provide leadership of the Information Technology (IT) department, with a mandate to champion and implement an integrated technological approach across the whole organisation. The CIO will ensure the appropriate level of engagement and governance in IT service, application development and project delivery.

Key to the success of the position will be in developing and implementing a robust IT strategy that directly contributes to Garvan’s vision and goals with a major focus on transforming and bringing business discipline to the way IT is used within the organisation.

The successful candidate will possess the following key skills and attributes:

Bachelor’s degree computer science or equivalent with qualifications in IT service management and project management
Strong experience leading, motivating, inspiring and engaging multidisciplinary teams
Experience leading and driving transformational change
Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management
Demonstrated ability to understand the big picture and develop strategic and operational plans that respond to existing and emerging needs of the organisation
Strategic thinking and execution with the ability to create a sense of direction
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to effectively deploy resources and manage multiple projects of diverse scopes in a cross-functional environment
Broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies and trends, technology directions and strategic application to business needs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technology solutions in business terms

How to apply

To apply, please submit your application via the Garvan careers site: https://www.garvan.org.au/careers

Please prepare and submit your application as per the directions below:

A Cover Letter
CV including 3 Referees

Closing date

We are reviewing applications as they are received. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by 3 February 2017

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Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Job No: GC339 Location: Darlinghurst No. of Vacancies: 1 Closing Date: 7 Feb 2017 ACDT

Personal Details * Required field

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Job No: GC339

Location: Darlinghurst

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 7 Feb 2017 ACDT